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Many people, especially those who live in relatively safe areas like the suburbs or rural communities, often scoff at the notion that window film privacy is very important in preserving your privacy and protecting your property. They assume that no one is interested in what goes on within their homes, that is, until something bad happens, and then, they might think about adding some window film privacy. They also don’t consider some of the potential added benefits that may come from installing privacy window film. In this article, I will discuss the importance of using window film for privacy, and some of the added benefits that it can bring to your home. Then, I will discuss ways in which you can find a good deal on window film privacy if you decide to get some after reading this article. That will then be followed by a discussion of how to maintain your window film privacy once you get it.

Keep Everybody Out Of Your Business With Home Window Film Privacy

Aren’t you annoyed by nosy neighbors who are always wanting to know your business? Privacy window film can be used to keep their prying eyes out of your business, as you go on about your business inside the home during the day. I use it throughout my home and it works great.

Without window film privacy, enterprising criminals may look through your windows while you’re not around to see what kind of material possessions you might have. If they see that you have a number of valuable items, they may break into your home and take whatever they like. Now, of course, window film privacy isn’t going to stop someone from breaking into your house, but it removes the temptation. Before a burglar risks the possibility of arrest and subsequent jail time, the burglar needs to know that he can get in and out quickly, coming away with something to make it worth his troubles. With properly installed frosted window film privacy, he won’t be able to see inside the house, so he won’t be able to make that assessment, leading him to move on to somewhere else. For the above reason, privacy window film can save lives if someone is in the house while the burglar is scoping it out.

Keep in mind that at nighttime, one-way mirrored window film privacy isn’t as good, as the interior is brighter than outside when the lights are on, so outsiders can see inside at night, while those on the inside can’t see who’s looking at them. So, it’s always important to keep blinds handy for nighttime use to maintain your privacy 24 hours a day.

Mirrored Or Reflective Window Film Privacy. Doesn’t Work So Well At Night Does It?

Protect The People In Your Home With Window Film Privacy

Some privacy window films are also equipped with security features that help to keep a window intact in the event that someone tries to break into the home through the window. This helps to protect people inside the building from flying shards of glass, as well as potentially keeping a would-be burglar out. These privacy window films with security features can also hold windows intact during violent storms, where rain and wind would otherwise get into the house, and under the worst case scenario, build enough pressure in the home from the wind to blow the roof off. I don’t have this type of privacy film on my windows, but if I lived on the Atlantic coast, where violent storms happen all the time, I probably would.

Added Benefits Of Using Window Film Privacy

So, in addition to window film privacy that you get from privacy window films, you may also get some added benefits such as security, as well as glare reduction or insulation which can go a long way toward saving energy costs. You might also get some aesthetic benefits that some stained glass window films have to offer. Stained glass window film can provide some very good decorative window film privacy. It all depends on what type of privacy window film that you buy, as no two window films are exactly the same.

Now that you understand the importance of window film privacy, perhaps you should consider trying it at your home.

Ways In Which You Can Get Good Deals On Window Film Privacy

Now that you are aware of the many benefits that window film privacy can impart to you and your home, you may want to know how you can go about getting a good deal on window film privacy. Read on for some of the ways in which you can do just that.

How Soon Do You Need It?

You can buy opaque window film privacy either online or at your local home improvement store, depending on how soon you’ll need it. If you need it right away, then you’ll need to go to a local store where you can pick it up and bring it home. If you can wait for a few days, you can research it online and you may even find a better deal than you can at the store.

Frosted Or Opaque Window Film Privacy With An Etched Pattern

Shopping Online

You can often find a good deal shopping online at eBay and Amazon.com. Tens of thousands of items are sold everyday at these online marketplaces, often at prices that can’t be beat anywhere else. Some sellers will even offer free shipping. I get most of my film at Amazon.com. You can do a Google search for the particular type of window film that you want and find out what the leading brands are. From there, you can visit forums, blogs, and review sites that might discuss those brands. You might find that you need to steer clear of a few of them. You can also visit the websites of specialty retailers like WindowFilmWorld.com and see what they have to offer. Since they specialize in things like stained glass window film privacy, they may offer a wider selection.

Talk With Your Friends

If you know of anyone who recently installed window film privacy on their windows, you should talk to them and ask them about where they got their film and how much they paid for it. They might be able to point you in the direction of a good deal that you might not have otherwise found. This is especially true when it comes to friends who work in the home improvement industry. These people deal with window film all the time, and they know what brands are the best, and what brands should be avoided at all costs. If you’re really good friends with them, they may give you some of their inventory.

Brick-And-Mortar Locations

If you have to have your film right away, then you’ll need to visit a retailer like Lowe’s or Home Depot. They often have a decent selection from which to choose, along with employees who can often help you in your decision-making process. You would also do well to visit discount retailers like Wal-Mart and Target, where you can get a wide variety of items all under one roof and at prices that are hard to beat anywhere else.

Window Film Privacy With An Absolutely Beautiful Pattern

How To Maintain Your Privacy Window Film

By now, you may have already bought your new window film. Now, you probably want to know how you can take care of it, in order to keep it looking at its best and make sure that you get as much life out of it as you can. Continue to read for information on how to keep your window film privacy clean and make minor repairs to it.

Cleaning Your Privacy Window Film

Before you try to clean your film, you need to check with the manufacturer to see how soon you can clean it after you’ve installed it. This information may be on the packaging of the film. Some films require that you wait for at least 30 days before cleaning the film so as not to interfere with the static charge between the film and the window.

Once you’ve gotten approval from the manufacturer, get yourself a light soapy water mixture or an abrasive-free and ammonia-free glass cleaning solution. With a soft cloth, gently apply the solution to the film, wiping away any smudges or dirt left behind by those who may have touched the film. You can then dry the film with another soft cloth. Whatever you do, don’t ever use newspapers or paper towels to dry the film, as those items may scratch the surface. For the same reason, don’t use a lot of pressure when drying the film, and don’t use the same cloth that you used to clean the window frame and sill.

Dealing With Air Bubbles In Your Privacy Window Film

Air bubbles that crop up in between the film and the window is a common phenomenon, and it can normally be dealt with quite easily. If you have small air bubbles, pierce them with the tip of a sharp knife. Piercing the bubble will pull the film back against the window. After a day or so, the puncture mark will be gone.

Have Peeling Film? No Problem

Another common issue that is encountered with window film is the peeling of the film, especially in the corners of the window. Normally, you can fix this problem by simply spraying some water on the affected area and pressing the film back in place. Then, you can follow that with a dry cloth in order to generate a static charge while drying the film. If that doesn’t work, you can hold a hairdryer against the film. The heat from the hairdryer will make the film more pliable. Heat the film to the point of pliability and then press it against the window. Just make sure that you don’t overheat the film.

Now that you’ve read this article, you should have a firm understanding of the many benefits that window film privacy can offer, how to get good deals on it, and how you can take care of it once you’ve gotten it.